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Fostering respectful relationships - A shared responsibility

 
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In a world where respect and equality should be fundamental rights for all, parents, carers, and high school students play a pivotal role in nurturing and promoting these values. It's essential that we all recognize our responsibility in fostering respectful relationships to ensure a more harmonious and equitable society.

Respectful Relationships Begin at Home

Parents and carers are the primary influencers in a child's life. They serve as the first examples of what respectful, healthy, and equal relationships should look like. By engaging in regular conversations with children and young people about these principles, parents and carers can help instill self-respect and teach the importance of respecting others. These conversations set the foundation for the future and help shape individuals who value respect and equality in all aspects of life.

The Role of Schools in Respectful Relationships Education

Schools also play a crucial role in shaping students' understanding of respectful relationships. Respectful Relationships Education (RRE) is an essential part of the curriculum that aims to teach students the behaviors and attitudes necessary to promote respect and equality. By fostering these values within the educational system, schools can contribute to building a society where everyone is treated with dignity and fairness.

RRE Hub: Your Source for Building Healthy Relationships

If you're interested in learning more about the role parents, carers, and schools play in supporting the development of respectful relationships, the Respectful Relationships Education Hub (RRE Hub) is a valuable resource. This hub provides information and resources for high school students, parents, and carers alike.

Equality for All

Respectful relationships education goes beyond stopping violence; it focuses on preventing it from ever happening. By teaching skills to develop positive, healthy relationships, RRE works toward a future where violence is replaced with respect and understanding.

Respecting Oneself and Others

Respectful relationships education teaches students the importance of respecting themselves and others. It emphasizes treating everyone equally, regardless of gender or any other attributes, and ensures that every individual feels included and valued.

Remember, everyone has the right to be respected, to feel valued, and to be treated equally. Fostering respect in our society is a shared responsibility. Parents, carers, and high school students must actively participate in the ongoing process of building healthy, respectful relationships. To learn more and access valuable resources, visit the Respectful Relationships Education Hub (RRE Hub)​. Let's work together to create a world where respect and equality are the cornerstones of our interactions. ​



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Last reviewed 07 November 2023
Last updated 07 November 2023